Event Director

Create Exceptional Experiences at Lake Toxaway Country Club Lake Toxaway Country Club is seeking a dynamic, hospitality-driven Events Director to lead and elevate the Club’s member and private event experiences. This highly visible leadership role is ideal for a passionate professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, values relationship-building, and excels at creating memorable experiences with exceptional attention to detail. From elegant weddings and holiday celebrations to signature member events and intimate private dinners, the Events Director plays a central role in shaping the Club's social atmosphere, traditions, and overall member experience. This position works closely with senior leadership and department heads to ensure flawless planning, communication, execution, and service excellence for every event. About Lake Toxaway Country Club Lake Toxaway Country Club is a premier private mountain club located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, just minutes from Cashiers, Highlands, and Brevard. Rich in history dating back to the early 1900s, the Lake Toxaway community has long served as a retreat for families seeking the natural beauty, tranquility, and outdoor lifestyle of the mountains while enjoying meaningful connections with friends and family. One of the Club’s most distinctive advantages is its accessibility. Although surrounded by some of North Carolina’s most scenic and unspoiled mountain landscapes, Lake Toxaway remains conveniently located within driving distance of major metropolitan areas including Atlanta, Charlotte, Asheville, and Columbia, making it a highly desirable seasonal and weekend destination for members and their families. The Club’s recently transformed clubhouse reflects a sophisticated “Lakeside Lodge” design inspired by the surrounding mountain environment. The renovation joined two existing buildings into a state-of-the-art, energy-efficient facility featuring cedar shake siding, stone accents, and timeless architectural details. Inside, members enjoy a variety of dining and social experiences, including a casual grille with indoor and outdoor walk-up bar service, expanded covered patio seating with panoramic lake, mountain and golf course views, and a grand ballroom highlighted by a dramatic gable window and covered porch overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains. In recognition of the Club’s elevated dining program and facility enhancements, the clubhouse renovation received Golf Inc.’s prestigious Golden Fork Award for “Most Improved Restaurant” in the private club category. Lake Toxaway Country Club operates as a seasonal club, typically welcoming members from early April through late November. As the social centerpiece of a vibrant second-home community, the Club offers an exceptional blend of dining, recreation, and family-focused programming. Members enjoy a robust calendar of social events, multiple dining venues, and premier amenities designed to create memorable experiences for all generations. The Club’s Lake Club Grille, located adjacent to the resort-style pool and youth activities area, offers members and families a relaxed outdoor dining experience in a vibrant lakeside setting. Featuring a unique menu, wood-fired pizza oven, and convenient to-go offerings, the Lake Club Grille has become a popular gathering place for members throughout the season. Key Responsibilities Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of all club and private events Collaborate closely with culinary, food & beverage, membership, golf, and clubhouse teams to deliver exceptional experiences Manage event timelines, BEOs, floor plans, décor, entertainment, logistics, and on-site execution Build and maintain strong relationships with members, guests, vendors, planners, and community partners Develop engaging social programming and creative event concepts for the membership Oversee event budgets, forecasting, billing, and profitability Train, mentor, and inspire front-of-house event and service teams Ensure exceptional service standards and polished presentation throughout all events Coordinate event communications, marketing materials, flyers, and website updates Identify opportunities for innovation, enhanced member engagement, and revenue growth Maintain high operational standards with strong organization and attention to detail Preferred Qualifications 3–5 years of experience in private clubs, luxury hospitality, catering, or event management Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills Exceptional organization, attention to detail, and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Creative, service-oriented mindset with strong planning and follow-through abilities Professional presence with experience managing event operations, budg